Out of Africa First Edition
A first UK edition, first impression of Out of Africa by Dinesen Isak (Putnam, 1937) is worth about $9,432 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “First published November 1937”, with no later impression listed.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$9,432
Valued from 1 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Fine | $10,847 |
| Near fine | $9,432 |
| Very good | $8,018 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Out of Africa.
✓ Copyright page: “First published November 1937”, with no later impression listed
✓ Title page: Karen Blixen · Putnam · London
✓ Binding: maroon cloth, spine lettered in gilt “OUT OF AFRICA · Karen Blixen · PUTNAM”
✓ Dust jacket: jungle tapestry design, “OUT OF AFRICA · KAREN BLIXEN” in the cartouche on the front, “PUTNAM” at the foot of the spine
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Out of Africa is a first UK edition, first impression?
- ✓ Copyright page: “First published November 1937”, with no later impression listed ✓ Title page: Karen Blixen · Putnam · London ✓ Binding: maroon cloth, spine lettered in gilt “OUT OF AFRICA · Karen Blixen · PUTNAM” ✓ Dust jacket: jungle tapestry design, “OUT OF AFRICA · KAREN BLIXEN” in the cartouche on the front, “PUTNAM” at the foot of the spine The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first UK edition, first impression of Out of Africa worth?
- $8,018–$10,847 unsigned, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of October 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of Out of Africa?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
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